Planteray

Planteray traces its modern identity to 1989, when Maison Ferrand began sourcing Caribbean rums for tropical maturation before a second rest in France. The 2025 name change reflected cane and sun without altering the house style. This approach, documented by the brand and widely discussed in interviews with Alexandre Gabriel rum enthusiasts, blends regional character with French élevage for depth and polish.

After distillation, rums mature in their home climate, then travel to Ferrand’s cellars for time in Cognac casks. The result: a Cognac cask rum texture—silky, layered, and precise. Transparent labels listing distillation, ageing, and any dosage help drinkers choose confidently.

The range spans the crisp foundation of Planteray Barbados and the funk-forward Planteray Jamaica, through favorites like Planteray XO, Planteray 3 Stars, Planteray Pineapple (Stiggins Fancy), and country bottlings from Planteray Guatemala to Planteray Trinidad. Limited editions push boundaries—Mister Fogg Navy evokes maritime blends, while WLP High Ester releases showcase bold fruit and varnish tones. For island variety, explore Planteray Isle of Fiji.

What to expect in the glass? Community notes call out roasted coconut and dark chocolate, ripe pineapple, banana, and mango, vanilla and caramel spice, plus lively ester polish. PX-kissed expressions add raisin and nutty sweetness; Fiji experiments bring plum and cacao; Belize editions lean banana split and brown sugar. Sweetness levels vary, but balance and texture are recurring themes.

How to serve: 3 Stars turbocharges a Daiquiri; Cut and Dry elevates a Piña Colada; XO shines neat or in a Rum Old Fashioned; Sealander suits highballs; WLP High Ester bottlings reward slow sipping with grilled pineapple or dark chocolate. Hosting a tasting, pairing with ginger cake, or stocking a Caribbean rum collection—Planteray offers artisanal rum for many moments. Ready to explore? Compare reviews on RumX, build your shortlist, and find your next bottle today.